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reproach

[ri-prohch] / rɪˈproʊtʃ /




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If they want to project an image of being a force for good, supporting worthwhile causes, then they need their financial affairs to reflect that and seem above reproach.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“To reexamine and reproach it through a lens of racial and socioeconomic disparity, with an eye to restorative justice programs and rehabilitation programs for nonviolent offenses.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2024

“In fact, following our efforts, our state-of-the-art compliance program has been repeatedly acknowledged as impressive and above reproach by outside parties.”

From Seattle Times • Feb. 7, 2024

The teacher is clearly uncomfortable but doesn't feel empowered to stop or reproach Elizabeth.

From Salon • Dec. 9, 2023

The word beneath it, black against blackness, seemed to reproach: Folly.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss




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